Thursday, October 6, 2011

Chicken painting of farm animal

Chicken  Oil on wood  6" x 6"  SOLD
My Sister told me to paint chickens.  She said there aren't enough good chicken paintings in the world.  (heh, not to mention her kitchen)  I had planned three large chicken paintings with semi abstract backgrounds (in photoshop) and got a less than enthusiastic "eh" from her on those...and so, here's a sweet and simple chicken.  Despite my snarky self, I like this painting very much and I suspect I'll do more. 
On a related note:  I had been searching for good reference photos of chickens and  Jala Pfaff recommended love-and-hisses.com.  Blogger Robyn Anderson documents her life on an Alabama farm there.  She shares pictures of her no-kill cat shelter, garden, pigs, dogs and chickens.  I can't say enough nice things about Robyn, she loves what she does and it shows.  Her blog is a treasure trove of wonderful pictures, stories and advice.  I used a photo from Love and Hisses as reference for this painting with Robyn's permission.  Thank you, Robyn!!

10 comments:

  1. Barbara PaskOctober 7, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    This is wonderful, I can just feel the softness of this guy. Makes you want to pet him. I am adding a link to your blog on my blog, your work is wonderful and your blog is so active which makes it great for visitors. Have a great day

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  2. UnknownOctober 7, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Great Chicken Dianne. It has a lovely happy spirit and gentleness about it. Sometimes paintings evolve that were unexpected and are lovely surprises!

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  3. Roxanne SteedOctober 7, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Wonderful edges & depth here...and such a good feeling about it, too! Gosh- I think you are on to a whole new subject matter!!- lovely!!

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  4. Elaine HurstOctober 7, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I love your chicken painting!! Do more! Yours is the same stance as one I painted of a chicken. They are interesting creatures. I have a friend who has some Polish chickens, who look a little demented with their crazy poofy, floofy feathers on their heads. I am hoping to photo them. If I get some good shots, I can share.

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  5. hmuxoOctober 7, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I am so impressed with this painting! I love the dark background..making the chicken pop. Wonderful soft colors!!! LOVE IT!!

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  6. Katherine KeanOctober 7, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    A beautiful chicken - very sweet!

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  7. Virginia FloydOctober 10, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Beautiful soft strokes in these feathers! I make me think of the soft cat fur you have painted. I agree, paint more chickens!

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  8. Carrie Waller WatercolorsOctober 10, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Diane, you're chicken is perfect!!! I just love this piece. Beautiful and so soft!

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  9. Stephanie BerryOctober 18, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Catching up with your blog. I especially love this one. I'm enjoying your mull-it-over Mondays. Great food for thought.

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  10. ELFIOctober 30, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    une peinture franche, fraiche...directe et belle..tout en mouvement.. superbe!

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